Five of the best rail trips

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The Swiss Alps, Japan by bullet train and the Silk Road in luxury; plus the best rail websites

All aboard the little red Glacier Express for the best views of the Swiss Alps – thanks to panoramic windows and its reputation as the slowest express train in Europe. Based in Chur, between the resorts of Zermatt and St Moritz, you are free to roam the famous Swiss railways, switchbacks, tunnels and spirals for four days at your own pace. From £900pp for an eight-day package, including train travel from London, Swiss Rail Pass and seven nights’ B&B in Basle and Chur. Details: Ffestiniog Travel (01766 512400, www.festtravel.co.uk).